You see smoke, hear a fire alarm. Now what? Here’s a few tips for fire prevention, safety

Call 911 and let the dispatcher know where you are. Stay on the phone to help fire officials on scene locate you Place a ...
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7 smoke detector mistakes that matter more in winter—and how to fix them

Winter quietly raises the stakes for every smoke detector in your home, just as you spend more time indoors with heaters running and windows sealed. The season’s dry air, temperature swings, and ...
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Palmer Pine Street fire determined not suspicious

An investigation is underway into the three-alarm fire on Pine Street in Palmer on Monday, as the fire does not appear suspicious.
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9 Small Upgrades Under $45 To Make Your Home A Lot Safer From Fires

With most Singaporeans living in high-density HDB flats, this is also a stark reminder of why fire safety matters – where ...
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7 times you should replace a smoke detector even if it still beeps

Your smoke detector’s beeping is supposed to protect you, not confuse you. Yet there are moments when a chirping alarm is a warning that the device itself is no longer trustworthy, even if it still ...